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Kawaba Black Bear Incidents
Bear incident and sighting reports for Kawaba, compiled from official government sources, news outlets, and community submissions. View the interactive incident map and safety information before hiking or outdoor activities.
Kawaba saw a black bear appear in Ikushina on October 30, 2025 in the morning, making that the most recent reported incident in the area. On the same day, Kawaba Monzen also had two black bears reported, showing how active that part of the village has been.
The busiest areas have been Kawaba Namashina and Kawaba Kotagawa, with repeated reports also coming from Kawaba Monzen, Kawaba Hagimuro, and Kawaba Tatsuiwa. Activity peaked in October 2025 with 10 reports, after September 2025 with 5, and the area has recorded 18 black bear sightings in total.
Kawaba Bear Incident Map
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10月末に冨士山横塚線沿いで連続出没してるんだ。
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bears in Kawaba
How many bear incidents have been recorded in Kawaba?
Kawaba has 18 recorded bear incidents in total, but no activity has been reported in the last 30 days. Bear activity varies seasonally, so always check the latest status before hiking or spending time outdoors.
When and where was the latest bear incident in Kawaba?
The most recent bear sighting in Kawaba was on October 31, 2025 in Kawaba Namashina, Gunma, where 1 Black Bear was reported. Detailed location and surrounding incidents are available on the incident map.
Where have bears appeared recently in Kawaba?
Recent bear sightings in Kawaba have been concentrated in Kawaba Namashina (5), Kawaba Hagimuro (3), Kawaba Monzen (2). These areas have had multiple reports within the last 30 days.
Is bear activity increasing in Kawaba?
No recent activity to assess.
What type of bears are in Kawaba?
Kawaba is home to Asian black bears, which weigh up to 120kg and inhabit the mountains of Honshu and Shikoku. They are generally shy but can be dangerous when surprised or protecting cubs. Carry bear bells while hiking.